Single Answer MCQ
Q-00040344

How does atmospheric refraction affect our perception of distant objects?

1

Makes them appear smaller

2

Makes them appear larger

3

Alters their color

4

Makes them disappear

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. Makes them appear larger

Solution:

Atmospheric refraction can make distant objects appear larger and distorted, as light is bent towards the denser air closer to the Earth.

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